as in near
not being distant in time, space, or significance
grabbed the nearby quilt and gently laid it over the sleeping child
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Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
as in close
at, within, or to a short distance or time
I'll be nearby if you need anything
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Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nearby
Adjective
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Now, conservationists are pivoting by building a new captive population in facilities across Hawaii and the mainland U.S. with the hope that avian malaria can be contained in the near future.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
17 Apr. 2025 -
But investors are bracing for further pain in the near future, carefully choosing equities to withstand the volatility that could spell a wider range of potential outcomes for the overall market.—
Sarah Min,
CNBC,
17 Apr. 2025
Adverb
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New samples collected and analyzed by NASA’s Curiosity rover are pushing researchers closer than ever to finding out if Mars was once truly capable of supporting life.—
Andrew Paul,
Popular Science,
17 Apr. 2025
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Suddenly, a huge hen materialized out of nowhere with a jake tagging close behind.—
Thomas Weddle,
Outdoor Life,
17 Apr. 2025
Preposition
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His roots along the coastline sparked inspiration for surfing and the outdoors—elements that carry into his current blend of surf art and cowboy art.—
Matt Emma,
USA Today,
21 Apr. 2025
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There’s also room for environmentally sustainable projects that benefit both residents and the ecosystem, especially in terms of clean water initiatives and environmental preservation along the Trinity River.—
Harrison Mantas,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
20 Apr. 2025
Adverb
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Now, potential employees are flown in for a one-day, in-person interview.—
Melissa Mahtani,
CBS News,
18 Apr. 2025
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On the final day, El Batey becomes a focal point, with live drumming and dancing that invite both locals and visitors to join in.—
Melissa Rose Cooper,
Essence,
18 Apr. 2025
Preposition
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While Turkey certainly has some of the biggest savings and best results across many clinics, it should be noted that not all providers are commendable.—
Daniel Fusch,
USA Today,
30 Apr. 2025
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The company added nearly 2 million first-time PayPal and Venmo debit card users during the quarter, and total debit card payment volume across PayPal and Venmo climbed more than 60%.—
MacKenzie Sigalos,
CNBC,
29 Apr. 2025
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“Nearby.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nearby. Accessed 3 May. 2025.
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